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Bala Shark/Tricolor Sharkminnow - (Balantiocheilos melanopterus)

Bala Shark/Tricolor Sharkminnow - (Balantiocheilos melanopterus)

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Bala Shark/Tricolor Sharkminnow - (Balantiocheilos melanopterus)
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🐟 Bala Shark / Tricolor Sharkminnow – (Balantiocheilos melanopterus)

The Bala Shark, also called the Tricolor Sharkminnow, is a sleek, fast-swimming freshwater fish prized for its striking silver body and bold black-edged fins accented with white tips. Despite its shark-like appearance, it is peaceful and schooling by nature, making it a popular choice for large community tanks. However, its potential size and active swimming behavior require a spacious aquarium.


🌊 Habitat & Care

🏠 Tank Size: Minimum 125 gallons for juveniles; 180+ gallons ideal for adults
🌊 Prefers well-oxygenated water with moderate current
🪵 Provide open swimming areas with some plants or decorations for cover


🍽️ Diet

🍤 Omnivorous — accepts flake, pellets, live, and frozen foods
🐟 Enjoys a varied diet including plant matter, insects, and small crustaceans


⚖️ Temperament

🐠 Peaceful and social — best kept in groups of 5 or more
🚫 Not aggressive but may outgrow small or slow-moving tankmates


🧠 Behavior & Special Considerations

🌡️ Temperature: 72–82°F (22–28°C)
💧 pH: 6.5–7.5
📏 Size: Up to 14 inches (35 cm) in captivity
⚠️ Very active swimmer — requires a large tank with secure lid
🌊 Sensitive to poor water quality — regular maintenance needed


📋 At a Glance

🔖 Scientific Name Balantiocheilos melanopterus
🐟 Common Name Bala Shark / Tricolor Sharkminnow
🌎 Origin Southeast Asia
📏 Size Up to 14 inches (35 cm)
🌡️ Temperature 72–82°F (22–28°C)
💧 pH Range 6.5–7.5
🐟 Temperament Peaceful, schooling
🏠 Tank Size 125+ gallons
🍽️ Diet Omnivorous

💡 The Bala Shark is a striking and energetic schooling fish, perfect for large, well-maintained community tanks with plenty of swimming space and companions of its own kind.

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